Steps to developing a code of conduct

PUB. DATE

October 2008

SOURCE

Same-Day Surgery;Oct2008 Supplement, Vol. 32, p2

SOURCE TYPE

Academic Journal

DOC. TYPE

Article

ABSTRACT

The article offers information on the steps to develop a code of conduct which include defining the disruptive or inappropriate behavior, providing the details on who should receive reports of such behaviors, and including zero tolerance.

ACCESSION #

34727330

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